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Vatican
Papal puzzle lovers: Popes Leo XIV and XIII noted for liking word games
Pope Leo XIV loves his daily Wordle, and his predecessor, Pope Leo XIII, secretly wrote elaborate Latin riddles for a Rome newspaper, reflecting some unique ways popes...
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Administration’s Regulatory Change is a Truly Significant Step to Support Essential Religious Services in the United States
"This targeted change is a truly significant step that will help facilitate essential religious services for Catholics and other people of faith throughout the United...
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Pope Leo XIV
God speaks to the faithful; take time to listen every day, pope says
Pope Leo XIV continued his new catechesis series on Vatican II, this time focusing on the importance of dedicating time to prayer.
Building and strengthening one's...
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“What Does It Mean To Be a Drum Major for Justice,” Asks Archbishop Coakley
In a reflection commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Archbishop Coakley focused on a portion of Dr. King’s sermon, "Drum Major Instinct."
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“Our United Prayers, Sacrifices, and Efforts To Protect Human Life and Heal the Wounds Inflicted by Abortion Remain as Important as Ever,” Says Bishop Thomas
Noting there have been several pro-life victories since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022, Bishop Thomas cautioned "Many challenges remain, including pro-abortion ballot...
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MEDIA ADVISORY: National Prayer Vigil for Life on January 22
Catholics across the country are encouraged to observe a nationwide prayer vigil from Thursday, January 22 to Friday, January 23, 2026, to pray for an end to abortion and...
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Vatican
Baptism provides light in darkness, gateway to heaven, pope says
Baptizing one's children is as essential as providing them with food and clothing, Pope Leo XIV told parents.
Baptism "accompanies us forever," he said. "In moments of...
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Vatican
UPDATE: Church leaders must listen to abuse victims, those who suffer, pope tells cardinals
Pope Leo XIV told the world’s cardinals they are on a “collegial journey” -- now meeting all together with the pope once a year -- to discern “what the Lord is asking of...
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Vatican
Pope warns diplomats of rising global violence and erosion of human life
Pope Leo XIV told Vatican diplomats that “war is back in vogue and a zeal for war is spreading,” warning of threats to human life, free speech and global peace.
He...
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U.S. Bishops’ Collection for Church in Latin America Reflects the Missionary Spirit of Pope Leo XIV
On the weekend of January 24-25 many Catholic dioceses in the United States will take the annual Collection for the Church in Latin America, which supports ministries...